Pedro Martinez Appreciation Thread

by **Woody** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 17:29:47

"Dude, I think I just heard a gunshot inside. We should go check it out"

"That was not a gun shot, my friend..."

*puts on a pair of shades*

"...that was... karma."

YYYYYYEEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Website · by **Wolfgang622** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 17:38:18

mozartpc27 wrote:I will honestly live with any result that follows a 7 IP, 3 ER or less outing from Pedro, win or lose. I'd love him to end on a high note here.

I said it before, and I stand by it. As long as I get to see one last great run for Pedro, I'll take whatever else comes. Pedro & Howard: My favorite Phillies ever.

EDIT: Along these same lines, I'd like for Howard to have a good game, so he doesn't have to hear about it for the rest of his life if they lose this series.

by **joe table** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 17:47:08

It's gonna be 100 pitches from an absolute master tonight. Seriously, when you think of this guy's place in the history of the game, getting a chance to see him one more time in this game, with these stakes is going to be unforgettable. As David Halberstam would say, we get a chance to see "the great Martinez" for one more shot tonight. I can't wait.

by **TenuredVulture** » Wed Nov 04, 2009 19:11:44

joe table wrote:It's gonna be 100 pitches from an absolute master tonight. Seriously, when you think of this guy's place in the history of the game, getting a chance to see him one more time in this game, with these stakes is going to be unforgettable. As David Halberstam would say, we get a chance to see "the great Martinez" for one more shot tonight. I can't wait.

We are fortunate indeed.

by **cartersDad26** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:20:34

not to be. thanks for the memories Pedro. I wish you luck on getting one last 2 year deal from someone else, but if you want to come back on a 1 year deal with tons of incentives let's talk.

by **Rococo4** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:36:22

it was a great run

by **BigEd76** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:41:43

by **CHIP!** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:49:06

Pedro just didn't have anything in the tank tonight, and I'm sure no one on Earth is more disappointed about that fact than he is.

by **CalvinBall** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:49:49

you ruined our season you self centered dick wad.

by **jerseyhoya** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:53:32

CHIP! wrote:Pedro just didn't have anything in the tank tonight, and I'm sure no one on Earth is more disappointed about that fact than he is.

Agreed

A true joy to have one of my all time favorites on the Phils

Wish the bats would have gotten him at least one win for us

I'd give him $3 mil to start August 1st again next year

Website · by **Wolfgang622** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:54:36

Thanks Pedro. You were wonderful! :h:

by **PSUsarge** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:55:29

Pedro, that performance against the Mets on that Sunday night alone was worth the $1 million.

Thanks compadre. It has been a pleasure.

by **PSUsarge** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:56:00

jerseyhoya wrote:
CHIP! wrote:Pedro just didn't have anything in the tank tonight, and I'm sure no one on Earth is more disappointed about that fact than he is.

Agreed

A true joy to have one of my all time favorites on the Phils

Wish the bats would have gotten him at least one win for us

I'd give him $3 mil to start August 1st again next year

Exactly how I feel about it

by **joe table** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:56:10

He's still the man, just physically didn't have it. Don't think he'll be back. Great 1 mil investment though

by **my cousin mose** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:58:22

it was fun, petey. thanks.

by **Chuckles** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 01:58:33

I'm glad I got to see Pedro at Wrigley Field for the Phillies vs. the Cubs. He helped us to get to where we ended up. Thanks Pedro.

by **HillMD** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 04:58:09

"I had absolutely nothing" is what he said to Peter Gammons after the game. I believe Darren Daulton now, he is definitely worn down and/or hurt. That first start against the Cubs he was touching 93. That game against the Mets he was still sitting at 90-91 after 120+ pitches. His changeup was dancing around against the Giants just like it was 10 years ago. His stuff seemed like it steadily declined after those 2 starts. Now it looks like he had 1 start too many for his physical capabilities at this point.

When the clubhouse opened, Martinez's locker was nearly empty. A copy of Wednesday's New York Post -- with an image of his head imposed atop a chubby baby's body with the headline "Spank him, Yanks" -- resting on the top shelf of his locker. A bouquet of orange roses, sunflowers and lilies with two balloons that read "Thank You" sat on the floor in front.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/playoffs/2009/news/story?id=4624843

I feel bad for the guy. Hopefully his career doesn't end like this, getting hit around in a World Series game and having the cherry on top being a drunk, scumbag Yankee fan scream at him as he waits for the elevator out of the stadium. Having his baseball life end on that note would be a damn shame. I'll root for him no matter what team he is on next year.

by **Barry Jive** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 05:05:24

CalvinBall wrote:you ruined our season you self centered dick wad.

i hope this is a joke but if not i can't believe anyone would say such a fucked up thing.

by **Barry Jive** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 05:06:15

I'll never forget that Pedro-Lincecum game as long as I live. One of the best games I've ever seen live in my life.

by **FTN** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 05:15:49

in hindsight, maybe having him throw back to back monster pitch count games wasn't the smartest idea...

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